Work Permit & Business Visa (Non-B)

Who qualifies

• A Thai employer (or your own registered Thai company) to sponsor you.
• The company meets capital/Thai-staff ratios for hiring foreigners.
• Role on the permitted-occupations list.

Requirements

• Employment contract / company documents.
• Company financials and registration.
• Qualifications/degree, health certificate.
• Non-B visa then work-permit application.

Step-by-step

1. Secure a Thai employer or register a Thai company.
2. Obtain the Non-Immigrant B visa.
3. Apply for the Work Permit at the Ministry of Labour.
4. Begin work only after the permit is issued; renew annually with 90-day reports.

Documents you'll need

• Passport + Non-B visa
• Employment contract
• Company registration & financials
• Degree/qualifications
• Health certificate, photos

Common mistakes to avoid

• Working before the permit is issued (illegal).
• Doing tasks outside the permit's scope/location.
• Company not meeting the Thai-staff/capital ratio, voiding the permit.

FAQ

Sources & References

• Department of Employment
• Immigration Bureau, Royal Thai Police
• Thailand Board of Investment (BOI)
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand

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